ᐅ Aluminum windows both on the exterior and interior – fully aluminum frames
Created on: 29 Jul 2022 22:42
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Rene_062Hello,
my name is Rene, and I actually have several questions. However, I will limit myself to questions about windows in this subforum for now.
We installed aluminum windows in our house, which was built in 2018. These windows have aluminum frames both inside and outside and triple glazing.
The windows are very nice. However, what we find uncomfortable is that the window frames feel quite cold during transitional seasons and winter.
There are significant temperature differences between the window frames and the window reveals, as well as compared to the window panes (measured and felt in the center).
The frames always feel cold, and during these times of year, we tend to avoid being close to them.
Is this normal?
A friend of mine installed “relatively inexpensive” plastic (uPVC) windows, and we feel much more comfortable near those windows.
My windows were installed using an expanding sealing tape, while Horst’s windows were foam insulated (using spray foam).
Could you maybe share from your experience whether this makes a difference?
I understand it might be difficult to assess because of the different materials, but maybe a window installer, carpenter, or energy expert among you can help.
Thank you very much for your opinions.
Best regards, Rene
my name is Rene, and I actually have several questions. However, I will limit myself to questions about windows in this subforum for now.
We installed aluminum windows in our house, which was built in 2018. These windows have aluminum frames both inside and outside and triple glazing.
The windows are very nice. However, what we find uncomfortable is that the window frames feel quite cold during transitional seasons and winter.
There are significant temperature differences between the window frames and the window reveals, as well as compared to the window panes (measured and felt in the center).
The frames always feel cold, and during these times of year, we tend to avoid being close to them.
Is this normal?
A friend of mine installed “relatively inexpensive” plastic (uPVC) windows, and we feel much more comfortable near those windows.
My windows were installed using an expanding sealing tape, while Horst’s windows were foam insulated (using spray foam).
Could you maybe share from your experience whether this makes a difference?
I understand it might be difficult to assess because of the different materials, but maybe a window installer, carpenter, or energy expert among you can help.
Thank you very much for your opinions.
Best regards, Rene
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MHW Hausbau29 Jul 2022 23:04I am not an expert, but from a physical standpoint, I would see it like this. Aluminum is an excellent conductor of heat, and therefore also conducts cold.
However, the construction of the window frame is crucial. There is usually a steel core inside, covered either with plastic or aluminum.
To put it simply, an aluminum toilet seat always feels much colder than a plastic one, but that is just a perception. The actual temperature should be the same.
Installing windows with compression tape is the correct and proper method. It is no longer recommended to use expanding foam for this.
However, the construction of the window frame is crucial. There is usually a steel core inside, covered either with plastic or aluminum.
To put it simply, an aluminum toilet seat always feels much colder than a plastic one, but that is just a perception. The actual temperature should be the same.
Installing windows with compression tape is the correct and proper method. It is no longer recommended to use expanding foam for this.
Hello,
thank you for your reply. Where is a steel core in that? I don’t understand. I thought that vinyl windows or aluminum windows are made entirely of the respective material! I am under the impression that the aluminum windows I am referring to are made solely of aluminum. And with the vinyl windows, I was also quite sure that they are completely made of vinyl.
thank you for your reply. Where is a steel core in that? I don’t understand. I thought that vinyl windows or aluminum windows are made entirely of the respective material! I am under the impression that the aluminum windows I am referring to are made solely of aluminum. And with the vinyl windows, I was also quite sure that they are completely made of vinyl.
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MHW Hausbau29 Jul 2022 23:26The steel core provides the window with torsional rigidity, stability, and burglary resistance. Without it, your window would twist and be unstable.
When buying windows, you often pay mostly for the brand name. Polish budget windows are not significantly worse than expensive German brand-name windows.
Basically, every window has a steel core. The profile frame is either made of PVC (vinyl) or aluminum, along with the corresponding cover strips, etc. However, this mainly affects the feel and appearance.
When buying windows, you often pay mostly for the brand name. Polish budget windows are not significantly worse than expensive German brand-name windows.
Basically, every window has a steel core. The profile frame is either made of PVC (vinyl) or aluminum, along with the corresponding cover strips, etc. However, this mainly affects the feel and appearance.
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